774 - Sprinkles and Shortlinks

There was a QR code on the donut table. Not a sign on the wall. Not a flyer on the bulletin board. A little coaster, right next to the donuts, that said "Scan to Give." And honestly? That's the "hole" episode. 

The discussion

Churches and schools live in a hybrid world — printed bulletins pointing to digital destinations, paper flyers referencing websites nobody can type fast enough to find. Martin and Sallie dig into two simple tools that close that gap: URL shorteners and QR codes. Where they came from, how to use them well, and what to watch out for (including a new word you'll want to know: *quishing*).

Whether you're putting a QR code on a visitor card, a yard sign, a classroom door, or yes — a donut table — this episode will help you get people from paper to the right place online, quickly, safely, and with a little style.

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